Find the best hairbrush for your hair
The article is translated and partially taken from byrdie.com by DEVEN HOPE
- Hair has different elasticity and therefore comes off differently easily or difficult, says celebrity hairdresser Michael Dueñas. A hairbrush with too strong bristles can therefore cause sensitive hairs to break off, he continues. And a brush with too weak bristles will not work get another hair. Just like a mechanic needs the right tools depending on the job, you need the right hairbrush for your hair, mean Duenas.
Unlike hair care products, hairbrushes tend not to have the same type of labeling that indicates which brush type is best for different hair types. That's why the online platform Byrdie (which focuses on beauty, skin care and well-being) turned to two celebrity hairstylists for help in the jungle of hair brushes for different hair types and hair qualities.
Best hair brush for fine to medium thick hair
Termix Professional Pneumatic Brush with Natural Boar Bristle, SEK 299
Fine to medium-thick hair can be maintained and styled with basically any brush, but a real boar bristle brush is truly gold for fine to medium-thick hair.
"Boar bristle brushes have a structure reminiscent of human hair, which means that the brush distributes the scalp's natural oils through the hair optimally, the hair's natural oils have a lubricating effect and give the hair shine and freshness," explains hairdresser and curl expert Ona Diaz-Santin.
An affordable boar bristle brush that lifts away dirt, dust and particles while redistributing the natural oils from the scalp from root to tip is Termix Professional Pneumatic Brush with Natural Boar Bristle. Consider this gentle, effective hair brush the last ingredient in the recipe for a perfect hair day.
Best hair brush for thin, sensitive or damaged hair
Bass Brushes Semi Oval Hairbrush with Soft Natural Bristles $19.00
Boar bristle brushes are also great for those with sensitive hair, but be sure to choose one with extra soft bristles to avoid unnecessary wear and tear on the hair. Bass Brush's Semi Oval Hairbrush with Soft Natural Bristles ($19) is meant to stimulate the scalp, increasing circulation to the hair follicle, which is ideal for hair that needs extra love and care. All natural boar bristle brushes are gentle, but if your hair is thinning or particularly fragile, always use a softer type of brush.
Best hair brush for medium to thick hair
Yves Durif Vented Brush $95.00
Dueñas recommends the Yves Durif Vented Brush ($95) for people with medium to thick hair, saying the brush is great for blow-drying and smoothing out both static and frizz. In addition, it is excellent for detangling and can be used on both wet and dry hair.
Best hairbrush for very thick and/or coarse hair
KOH-I-NOOR Pastel-colored pneumatic hairbrush with plastic bristles, fr. SEK 599-699
Flexible boar bristle brushes will not tame a thick or coarse hair. So, to penetrate hair that is extra thick, you should use a nylon brush. Nylon bristles work in a similar way to their all-natural boar bristle counterpart, but nylon bristles are stiffer and provide more control. In addition, nylon brushes are heat resistant, which makes them suitable for use with e.g. hot tools like a hair dryer, says Diaz-Santin. “Nylon brushes can withstand the heat without melting, allowing for effective styling and smoothing of coarse and/or thick hair,” she concludes.
KOH-I-NOOR Pastel-colored pneumatic hairbrush (599-699 SEK) with nylon brush and ball tips (rounded ends made up of small balls) are specially designed to detangle thick/coarse hair that tends to be more difficult to style. The ball tip ends are designed to be gentle on the hair and scalp and reduce the risk of wear and tear on the hair as well as being gentle on the scalp. The brush can be used on both wet and dry hair. Thanks to the pneumatic rubber pad, the brushes are ideal for long, thick hair.
Best hair brush for curly hair
Kent Woodyhog Wood Bristle Narrow Detangling Hair Brush $28.50
It's time to abandon the idea that curly hair can't be brushed. Curly hair certainly comes with some unique challenges, but with the right tools, you can tackle them all, says Diaz-Santin. She recommends wooden brushes to reduce static, frizz and flyaways. And to keep curls in tip-top shape, look for a hairbrush with wide-spaced wooden bristles.
Best hair brush for short hairstyles/bangs
Spornette de Ville Rounder Boar Bristle Hair Brush 1.5” $20.00
To even out short-cut hair and bangs, choose a small round boar bristle brush. Boar bristles are excellent for generating electricity; they capture every strand of hair, making a boar bristle brush a dream for styling short strands. Whether the goal is a smooth and elegant look or you want an extra volume boost, this little wonder will get you there. But almost more important than the hairbrush itself is the material of the brush itself, says Diaz-Santin. "Focus on wood or ceramic—never metal," she stresses.
Best hair brush for edges
Dosso Beauty Foldable Edge Brush $6.00
Finally, we have the little brush tool that Dueñas swears by. This small brush is easy to use and designed to be taken on the go. It offers a double-ended brush that has soft boar bristles on one side and a comb on the other. With that combination, you can style your edges with ease!
